Bayer Veterinary Care Usage study analysis: Reverse the trend of declining veterinary visits

In this nine-part video series from Dr. Karen Felsted, CEO of the National Commission on Veterinary Economic Issues, you’ll learn about the issues contributing to the decline in veterinary visits. How can we reverse this disturbing trend?

In Chapter 1, Dr. Felsted introduces the Veterinary Care Usage Study, which studied this trend and the corrective steps veterinarians can take to reverse it. She answers these questions and more:

• What trends were identified in the Veterinary Care Usage Study?

• Is the recession really over?

• Are pets getting the veterinary care they need?

• What impact is the decline of veterinary visits having on the economic health of the profession?

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View the entire video series:

Chapter 1: Overview

Chapter 2: About the Veterinary Care Usage Study

Chapter 3: Results of the Veterinary Care Usage Study

Chapter 4: Why are visits declining, and what can I do about it?

Chapter 5: Solution #1 to increase visits-Track metrics monthly

Chapter 6: Solution #2 to increase visits-Communicate a need for exams

Chapter 7: Solution #3 to increase visits-Avoid sticker shock

Chapter 8: Solution #4 to increase visits-"Friend" the cats

Chapter 9: Solution #5 to increase visits-Simplify scheduling